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How to get started with drying and dehydrating foods

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Drying is one of the simplest ways to preserve fresh foods for longer storage. This beginner's guide to dehydrating food will cover what kinds of foods you can dry, temperatures and techniques you can use to dehydrate at home, how to prepare food for drying, and some tips for success, along with … [Read more...] about How to get started with drying and dehydrating foods

Want to save and be healthy? Fruit is cheaper than Twinkies

What if I said you could save more than $500 a year by buying more fresh fruits and veggies?As a registered dietitian, I've heard all kinds of excuses for not eating healthy, the most common being it's too expensive. But a 2013 report by the Center for Science in the Public Interest shows how … [Read more...] about Want to save and be healthy? Fruit is cheaper than Twinkies

Turn Christmas leftovers into New Year’s Eve BBQ

No matter how delicious a holiday turkey is, after a day or two, eating leftovers gets old. Instead, why not try something different? Turn that leftover turkey into a dish that's a surefire hit at a New Year's Eve party -- or even a Superbowl Party. This recipe costs practically nothing, since you … [Read more...] about Turn Christmas leftovers into New Year’s Eve BBQ

Quick and easy ways to use leftover turkey

You paid good money (but hopefully not too much) for that Thanksgiving turkey. Do not let the leftovers go to waste. Turkey is not only a bargain (especially during pre-Thanksgiving sales), it’s tasty and good for you. And sometimes the leftovers are even better than the original meal.First, … [Read more...] about Quick and easy ways to use leftover turkey

FREE freezer meal plan from MyFreezEasy

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MyFreezEasy wants to help you get ahead of the holiday madness by offering a FREE freezer meal plan in November 2020.The founder, Erin Chase of $5 Dinners, is throwing a free, virtual "Deck the Freezer" party from November 1-6, 2020. During the party you'll not only receive the recipes and … [Read more...] about FREE freezer meal plan from MyFreezEasy

How to order groceries online: comparing services

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With people staying home most of the time, ordering groceries online is more important than ever. But people who have never ordered food online may be confused by the options.For most services, you start with an app or an online portal, where you pick out what you want, list quantities and pay … [Read more...] about How to order groceries online: comparing services

How to preserve and avoid wasting fresh fruit

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This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste.Americans waste about one fourth of their weekly food purchases. According to a study by OnePoll, fruit is at the top of food waste. Bananas, strawberries and apples were found to be the most … [Read more...] about How to preserve and avoid wasting fresh fruit

22 places to order meat, coffee, fruit, produce and other food online

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You're doing nearly all your shopping online, or you can't always find what you want at your local supermarket. Or maybe you can't get delivery in your rural area. Many companies that always ship food online are stepping up to serve hungry consumers during this times. You can get everything from a … [Read more...] about 22 places to order meat, coffee, fruit, produce and other food online

6 ways to stop wasting food

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This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste.The average American family throws away an estimated 25 percent of its grocery shopping dollars -- as much as $2,000 a year. Fresh produce tops the list. Other food waste occurs by … [Read more...] about 6 ways to stop wasting food

How to make homemade vanilla extract

One of my goals for this year is to begin making holiday gifts in November, so I'm not stressing and rushing to finish up gifts mid-December. One of my favorite homemade gifts to give (and keep for myself) is homemade vanilla extract, but it takes time to develop so you need to start it … [Read more...] about How to make homemade vanilla extract

Less extreme coupon strategies save money and time

If you've ever seen TLC's "Extreme Couponing," you might conclude that coupons are for crazy people. You don't need a five-year supply of toilet paper, and you especially don't want to devote 40 hours a week to planning your grocery shopping.If you do a little studying and monitoring, you can … [Read more...] about Less extreme coupon strategies save money and time

Is it stuffing or dressing?

Do you call it stuffing or dressing? Do you know the difference? If not, here’s a hint: Stuffing goes inside the turkey; dressing is baked separately. If you already knew that, did you know this: food safety wise, it’s better to make dressing? If you put stuffing inside the bird, it needs to get to … [Read more...] about Is it stuffing or dressing?

Supermarket savings: Free apps for savvy shoppers

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Whether you love or loathe grocery store visits, they're a necessity that can quickly bust your budget if you arrive unprepared. Instead of aimlessly wandering and impulsively filling your cart with unnecessary items, use these free grocery shopping apps to find savings, organize your list, … [Read more...] about Supermarket savings: Free apps for savvy shoppers

Green Beans: More than just a side dish

Most of us think of vegetables as just an accompaniment to meat loaf, a broiled steak, grilled fish or roast chicken. But green beans – cheap and bountiful this time of year in both supermarkets and at farmer’s markets – can be the star of the meal.Green beans, also called string beans or snap … [Read more...] about Green Beans: More than just a side dish

Preserve food with cheap canning equipment and free recipes

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This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste.Do you want to can food at home, but are put off by the cost? For around $15, you pull together most of the essential equipment by using equipment you probably already own. Below we list … [Read more...] about Preserve food with cheap canning equipment and free recipes

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